Players like Fedde Leysen
CB/LBRoyale Union Saint-Gilloise · 2025/26 · ranked by tactical + market fitFedde Leysen's profile ↗
The players most similar to Fedde Leysen are Miguel Nóbrega, Craig Forsyth, Andrew Hughes. Doppel rates Miguel Nóbrega (Vitória SC) a 83/100 overall match — 91/100 on tactical profile. For a cheaper option, Craig Forsyth scores 82/100 at about €100k. Data as of September 2026.
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Fedde Leysen is a dynamic ball-playing centre-back with the versatility to operate as a left-back, showcasing solid defensive skills and a strong presence in the attacking third. With a Sofascore rating placing him in the top 25% of his positional peers, Leysen excels at winning possession high up the pitch, adding a crucial layer to his team's pressing game. While he has faced some injury challenges, his overall reliability and quality make him a valuable asset in any defensive setup.
Strengths: Sofascore rating, Possession won in att. third. Availability: 28 games missed in the last 3 seasons.
12 players most similar to Fedde Leysen
| # | Player | Club | Age | Value | Tactical | Overall |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Miguel Nóbregasimilar↗ | Vitória SC | 26 | €400k | 91 | 83 |
| 2 | Craig Forsythsimilar↗ | Derby County | 37 | €100k | 90 | 82 |
| 3 | Andrew Hughessimilar↗ | Preston North End | 34 | €300k | 90 | 82 |
| 4 | Philipp Sandersimilar↗ | Borussia M'gladbach | 28 | €4.2m | 89 | 84 |
| 5 | Lewis Schoutensimilar↗ | Excelsior | 22 | €700k | 89 | 82 |
| 6 | Eric Smithsimilar↗ | FC St. Pauli | 29 | €5.3m | 89 | 83 |
| 7 | Bryant Nielingsimilar↗ | Modena | 24 | €3.4m | 89 | 82 |
| 8 | Dean Huijsensimilar↗ | Real Madrid | 21 | €66m | 89 | 81 |
| 9 | Edgaras Utkussimilar↗ | Cercle Brugge | 26 | €1.5m | 87 | 82 |
| 10 | Jeffrey Gouweleeuwsimilar↗ | FC Augsburg | 35 | €1.0m | 87 | 82 |
| 11 | Nick Viergeversimilar↗ | FC Utrecht | 37 | €300k | 87 | 81 |
| 12 | Martin Fresesimilar↗ | Hellas Verona | 28 | €2.7m | 87 | 84 |
* estimated market value · scores 0–100, league-strength adjusted · last 3 seasons
Why these players match Fedde Leysen
≈ 100% Fedde Leysen · strong: Possession won in att. third, Accurate long balls · medium reliability
Strengths: Possession won in att. third /90, Accurate long balls /90
≈ 100% Fedde Leysen · strong: Aerial duels won, Non-penalty goals · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Non-penalty goals /90, Finishing (npG − npxG /90)
≈ 100% Fedde Leysen · strong: Aerial duels won, Aerial duels won % · low reliability
Strengths: Aerial duels won /90, Aerial duels won %, Duels won /90
FAQ
Who is the best replacement for Fedde Leysen?
By Doppel's fit score, Miguel Nóbrega (Vitória SC) is the closest profile to Fedde Leysen, with a 83/100 overall match. Craig Forsyth and Andrew Hughes are the next best fits.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Fedde Leysen?
Yes. Craig Forsyth (Derby County) plays a similar centre back role and rates 82/100 at roughly €100k.
How does Doppel find players similar to Fedde Leysen?
Doppel builds a statistical role profile from Fedde Leysen's 2025/26 season, then ranks centre backs across the big-5 leagues and more by how closely they match, adjusting for league strength and market value.
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